RPS opens new HQ in Birmingham

Railway Project Services Consulting Ltd Opens new Birmingham Head Quarters Marking an Important Milestone in their Journey since 2017!

Railway Project Services Consulting Ltd (RPS), a specialist railway project management consultancy, celebrated the opening of its new office at 5 Lower Temple Street, Birmingham, B2 4JD with an official launch event on 20th March 2026, marking another milestone in the company’s continued growth and commitment to supporting the UK rail industry.

Founded in 2017, RPS has grown to become a trusted SME partner across the rail and wider infrastructure sectors. With a team of more than 30 permanently employed rail specialist professionals, the company works in partnership with major public and private sector organisations to deliver complex rail projects. RPS’ strengths lie in combining deep industry knowledge, practical delivery experience, with the agility of an SME to deliver high impact outcomes for clients.

RPS has made a significant investment in the Birmingham HQ, transforming the space into a distinctive 1950s-inspired office that offers a unique and characterful environment for the team. The office provides a collaborative workspace for RPS’ expanding team and serves as a hub for delivering consultancy services to clients across the UK rail sector and wider infrastructure sectors.

Designed to support flexible working and collaboration, the office reflects the company’s continued investment in its people and its commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients and partners.

A Milestone for a Growing SME

Joe Whalen, Chief Executive Office of RPS, said:

“The new office represents more than just an office move to us at RPS; it reflects the journey we have been on as a business and the ambition we have for the future. I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took the time to attend and be a part of such an important moment for us. Your continued trust and partnership mean a great deal to me, and I can’t wait to see what fantastic work lies ahead between RPS and our clients throughout the year and beyond.”

The launch event welcomed colleagues, clients and partners from across the rail and infrastructure sectors and saw a fantastic turnout, reflecting the strong relationships RPS has built across the industry.

Guests had the opportunity to tour the new workspace, network with industry peers, and celebrate the company’s continued growth and contribution to the rail sector.

Industry and Political Support

RPS were honoured to host Rt Hon. Baggy Shanker MP Derby South and Rt Hon. Catherine Atkinson MP Derby North; two excellent MPs who spoke passionately about the future of UK infrastructure and who recognise the importance of the work RPS does for their clients. They described the company as a ‘brilliant success story’.

About Railway Project Services Consulting Ltd

Railway Project Services Consulting Ltd is a UK-based consultancy providing specialist project management and advisory services across the rail and wider infrastructure sectors. The company supports both client-side and contractor-side delivery, offering expertise in business case development, programme governance, stakeholder management and rail project delivery. RPS works in partnership with major industry organisations including Network Rail, West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Combined Authority, HS2 Ltd, Sizewell C Ltd, Balfour Beatty and Northern Trains, supporting the delivery of projects across infrastructure, stations and operational railway environments.

RPS specialises in providing end-to-end project support across rail and infrastructure, including project and programme management, governance and programme controls, stakeholder engagement, risk and opportunity management, commercial support and business case development. Through its work across the sector, the company helps deliver complex rail programmes safely, efficiently and sustainably while also supporting the development of the next generation of rail professionals.

The new office will support the company’s strategic growth plans while providing a welcoming space for employees, clients, and industry partners.